15 courses with the subject PTA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PTA 109Functional Anatomy2
This course offers an interactive presentation of the musculoskeletal structure and function in the human body. This course is an in-depth study of the human skeleton and muscles with an integrated laboratory component focusing on the functional components of these systems. The student actively participates in learning how the muscles function to create purposeful movement. An average of 73% or higher is required to pass this course. Successful completion of this course is necessary to continue with the PTA course sequence. Pre or Co-Requisites: BIO 104, PTA 110, PTA 111
/Electrophysiology PTA 112 introduces the student to the gen- eral principles of treatment using physical therapy modalities. The student will learn the theory and application of superficial heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, hydrother- apy, intermittent compression, traction, Electrical Stimulation parameters (TENS, NMES, FES, Russian Stim), sEMG, Iontophoresis, electrical current waveforms of high volt, interferentia,l and others with inclusion of pertinent evidence based research. Also students learn the theories and purpose of UV light, diathermy, and infrared. The clinical problem solving approach will be emphasized in this course and all students are expected to utilize relat- ed course information where applicable. An average of 73% or higher is required to pass this course. Successful completion of this course is necessary to continue with the PTA course sequence. PTA 110, PTA 111 Pre or Co-Requisites: PTA 116
This course involves the study of human motion with a strong emphasis on pathoki- nesiology. The anatomy and physiology of the skeletal and neuromuscular systems are reviewed and the functional interaction of these systems in producing movement is studied in the classroom and the laboratory. Discussion of normal and abnormal motion, locomotion, neuromuscular activi- ty, and methods of clinical evaluation are included. A minimum of 73% or higher is required to pass this course. Successful completion of this course is necessary to continue in the course sequence. PTA 111 with a grade of C or higher.
This course will review basic anatomy and physiology of the spine and extremity joints and basic treatment principles of therapeu- tic exercise (ROM, stretching, manual tech- niques, strengthening exercises, aerobic conditioning, and balance exercises). Students will be encouraged to utilize this information to create a more in depth knowledge of orthopedic pathologies and diagnoses. This course will present com- mon orthopedic conditions and diagnoses for each joint and will utilize knowledge of current exercise protocols and treatment regimens, evidenced-based practice arti- cles, and regional practice patterns. The focus of the lab portion of this course is for the PTA student to problem-solve orthope- dic treatment, exercise prescription, and exercise progression for each diagnosis in the acute, sub-acute, or chronic phases. A more in-depth presentation of treatment of athletes is also included. An average of 73% or higher is required to pass this course. Successful completion of this course is nec- essary to continue with the PTA course sequence. PTA 109, PTA 110, PTA 111, PTA 112, PTA 114, PTA 116, PTA 150 with a grade of C or higher.
This course meets to aid in the integration of classroom and clinical education. Via seminar and course assignments, students will learn to apply concepts of evidence based practice. Workshops will be conduct- ed on résumé writing, job interview tech- niques, and the role of the PTA within the healthcare team. The student will partici- pate in mandatory licensure review and preparation activities. An average of 73% or higher is required to pass this course. PTA 112, PTA 114, PTA 116, PTA 130, PTA 150, PTA 212, PTA 218, PTA 222, PTA 231 with a grade of C or higher and successful completion of all general education cours- es.
This is the second required course in the continuum of supervised clinical experi- ences in selected health care settings. The student is working toward mastery of the skills that lead to a level of performance nec- essary for preparation into entry–level prac- tice as a safe and effective clinician. This course is the first full-time, 7 week clinical experience that occurs after students have completed all of their classroom education. The affiliation combines classroom knowl- edge and clinical skills in a variety of health care settings designed to move the student toward full utilization of clinical skills and allow the administration of treatment pro- grams as a physical therapy professional, under the guidance and supervision of their clinical instructor. During this clinical affilia tion the student is expected to show compe- tence in reviewing the medical record; interviewing the patient and family mem- bers; knowledge of a diagnosis, implement- ing a treatment program based on the Physical Therapist’s plan of care, and assess- ing its effectiveness, and in execution and recording of tests and measurements. The student should be able to document the results of the selected intervention; therapy goals and intervention plans; and the patient’s progress toward established out- comes. The student should demonstrate the communication skills needed to be effective in interacting with the patient, his family, team members, and the clinical instructor. In addition the student should be active in self-evaluation and in seeking out the resources to meet identified deficiencies. Under the supervision of the clinical instruc- tor, the student will begin to integrate the implications of multi system involvement in a patient on problem solving about progno- sis, length of stay, and selection and progres- sion of treatment interventions. The student is expected to begin to justify his/her choice of treatment, seeking out evidence to sup- port his/her clinical decision making. Students should refer to their student and clinical education handbook for specific poli- cies and procedures and regarding the clini- cal affiliation. Students receive a PASS/FAIL grade for their clinical internship. PTA 112, PTA 114, PTA 116, PTA 130, PTA 150, PTA 212, PTA 218, PTA 222, PTA 231 with a grade of C or higher, and all required general education courses must be com- pleted prior to PTA 250.
